England Women will face New Zealand Women in Match 28 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Kennington Oval, London, on Saturday, June 27. While England have already secured a semi-final berth with four straight wins, New Zealand still have a slim chance of reaching the knockout stage and must win this crucial contest to keep their hopes alive.
England have been the standout side in the tournament so far. They have dominated every opponent with disciplined bowling and aggressive batting, making them one of the favourites to lift the trophy.
New Zealand, meanwhile, bounced back after two early defeats to revive their campaign. However, they now face their toughest challenge against an unbeaten England side and will need a complete team performance to pull off an upset.
Match Details
| Match | England Women vs New Zealand Women, Match 28 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Saturday, June 27, 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Kennington Oval, London |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
ENG W vs NZ W Team Form
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| England Women | W, W, W, W, W |
| New Zealand Women | W, W, L, L, L |
England arrive with outstanding momentum, while New Zealand have produced mixed performances during the group stage.
Points Table
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England Women | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
| New Zealand Women | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Head-to-Head Record
England Women have dominated this rivalry over the years and also won the most recent bilateral series.
| Matches | England Won | New Zealand Won |
|---|---|---|
| 10 (Recent Meetings) | 9 | 1 |
Weather Report
| Condition | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22°C |
| Weather | Partly Sunny |
| Humidity | 64% |
| Rain Chances | 25% |
The weather looks suitable for cricket, although passing showers cannot be completely ruled out.
Kennington Oval Pitch Report
The Oval generally provides a good batting surface with true bounce and pace. Fast bowlers can generate movement during the opening overs before conditions become easier for batting. As the match progresses, spinners are expected to get some assistance from the dry surface.
A first-innings total around 160 could prove competitive if bowlers execute their plans well.
Venue Statistics
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 16 |
| Wins Batting First | 56% |
| Wins Bowling First | 38% |
| Average First Innings Score | 149 |
| Average Second Innings Score | 126 |
| Highest Total | 211/5 |
| Highest Successful Chase | 172/3 |
Pace vs Spin
| Bowling Type | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Pace | 82 |
| Spin | 28 |
Fast bowlers have enjoyed much greater success at this venue.
Probable Playing XI
| England Women | New Zealand Women |
|---|---|
| Amy Jones (WK) | Izzy Gaze (WK) |
| Danni Wyatt-Hodge | Amelia Kerr (C) |
| Sophia Dunkley | Izzy Sharp |
| Alice Capsey | Sophie Devine |
| Heather Knight | Brooke Halliday |
| Freya Kemp | Maddy Green |
| Dani Gibson | Suzie Bates |
| Charlie Dean (C) | Jess Kerr |
| Sophie Ecclestone | Nensi Patel |
| Linsey Smith | Lea Tahuhu |
| Lauren Bell | Bree Illing |
Players to Watch
Danni Wyatt-Hodge
The experienced opener has been England’s most consistent batter throughout the tournament. Her aggressive starts have laid the platform for England’s unbeaten campaign.
Sophie Ecclestone
England’s left-arm spinner continues to trouble batters with her accuracy and control. She remains one of the tournament’s leading wicket-takers.
Sophie Devine
The experienced New Zealand all-rounder has the ability to change the game with both bat and ball and will carry much of her team’s responsibility.
Amelia Kerr
The captain’s all-round skills will be crucial if New Zealand are to challenge one of the strongest teams in the competition.
Probable Best Batter
Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Wyatt-Hodge has been in outstanding touch during the World Cup. Her attacking approach in the powerplay has consistently given England quick starts, making her the batter to watch once again.
Probable Best Bowler
Sophie Ecclestone
The world-class spinner has delivered match-winning spells throughout the tournament. On a surface expected to offer some grip later in the innings, she could once again play a decisive role.
Match Prediction
England enter this contest with excellent form, a settled playing XI and confidence from four consecutive victories. Their bowling attack has restricted quality batting line-ups, while their top order has consistently delivered strong starts.
New Zealand certainly possess enough experienced players to compete, but they will need a near-perfect performance to stop England’s winning streak.
Winning Probability
| Team | Chance of Winning |
|---|---|
| England Women | 70% |
| New Zealand Women | 30% |
Predicted Scores
| Team Batting First | Expected Score |
|---|---|
| England Women | 160-175 |
| New Zealand Women | 145-160 |
Fantasy Cricket Picks
| Category | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain | Danni Wyatt-Hodge |
| Vice-Captain | Sophie Ecclestone |
| Best Batter | Danni Wyatt-Hodge |
| Best Bowler | Sophie Ecclestone |
| Differential Pick | Sophie Devine |
Final Verdict
England Women have looked like the most complete side in the tournament and will be eager to enter the semi-finals with a perfect group-stage record. New Zealand have improved after a difficult start but face a massive challenge against an unbeaten England outfit.
If England continue their disciplined bowling and receive another solid start from the top order, they should finish the league stage with another convincing victory.
Prediction: England Women to defeat New Zealand Women.
